Antenna Coupler
ID: FD20302500730Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b2418f8415df4b16abae91a7fcb3e5bc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking potential sources for the procurement of spare parts, specifically the Antenna Coupler, NSN 1560-01-367-4794FW, required for the B-2 platform. This Sources Sought Synopsis aims to gather information on the capabilities of various businesses, including small and disadvantaged enterprises, to determine if the procurement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. The Antenna Coupler is a critical component for the operational readiness of the B-2 aircraft, highlighting the importance of this procurement in maintaining defense capabilities. Interested suppliers are encouraged to respond with their business details and submit requests for technical data to the primary contact, 423 SCMS, at 423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil, as there is currently no solicitation available and responses are for informational purposes only.

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    423 SCMS
    423.SCMS.AFMC.RFI@us.af.mil
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    FD20302500730.pdf
    The Department of Defense's Air Force Sustainment Center issued a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) to identify potential sources for procuring spare parts, specifically the Antenna Coupler, NSN 1560-01-367-4794FW, required for the B-2 platform. This market research aims to understand the capabilities of various businesses, including small and disadvantaged enterprises, and assess whether the procurement can be competitive or set aside for small businesses. The document clarifies that there is currently no solicitation available and that responses to the SSS are for informational purposes only. Potential suppliers must be able to provide all necessary labor, materials, and compliance with any manufacturing qualification requirements. Companies interested in participating are urged to respond with their business details and submit requests for technical data via specified contacts. The SSS emphasizes the importance of understanding the market landscape while the government prepares for future procurements.
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